IDAHO: Idaho had a defense that was lit up at the end of the season, allowing 147 points (49.0 PPG) in the final three games. The Vandals are losing two of their top playmakers from that defense, but they'll be getting back LB Robert Siavii, a top playmaker in 2010 (13.5 TFL, 4 FF) who missed all of last season with a knee injury. The defense should be up to the task, but it won't matter if the offense doesn't improve. This will be difficult for head coach Robb Akey, as none of his quarterbacks stood out this spring. Junior Taylor Davis has the most experience (28-of-62, 234 yds, 1 TD, 4 INT) and will likely win the job. The offensive line was a strength last year and should be again. The running game, which will feature former Arizona State RB Ryan Bass (175 rush yds, 2 TD), must improve, otherwise the Vandals will be stuck in a lot of third-and-long situations that they can't afford to be in.